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The Last Empress(황후의 품격)

2018South Korea
ActionAlternate RealityBrainwashingCharacter DevelopmentDouble IdentityGaslightingHidden IdentityMurderMysteryRevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerUnrequited Love

Set in a parallel universe where Korea is a constitutional monarchy in 2018, Oh Sunny is a lively and talented musical actress who weds the emperor. She finds herself drawn into a power struggle within the palace and a puzzling murder that triggers events threatening the very foundation of the monarchy, all while she seeks genuine love and happiness. To unravel the crimes of the imperial family, she joins forces with Na Wang Shik, a bodyguard assigned to the royal family. Na Wang Shik took up his position in the palace to exact revenge on the individual responsible for his mother's death.

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Recommendation: Cambrian Period similar to The Last Empress
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Cambrian Period(寒武纪)

2017China
ActionDouble IdentityHidden IdentityMurderMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerComedyGangInvestigationMafiaNaive Female LeadOlder Woman-Younger Man

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Double Identity, Hidden Identity, Murder, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 40% similarity match.

Tang Ying, an inexperienced young woman who has had little success in acting, relocates to South Island to work as a surrogate shopper

Recommendation: Pinocchio similar to The Last Empress
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Pinocchio(피노키오)

2014South Korea
Double IdentityHidden IdentityMurderMysteryRevengeRomanceThrillerAdopted Siblings LoveBromanceCohabitationComedyJournalismMisunderstandingWrongfully Accused

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Double Identity, Hidden Identity, Murder, Mystery, Revenge, Romance, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

The optimistic Choi In Ha faces significant challenges as she embarks on her career as a broadcast journalist, particularly due to her unique affliction known as “Pinocchio syndrome,” which causes her to hiccup whenever she tells a falsehood. Among her fellow rookie reporters are Choi Dal Po, whose unkempt look conceals his remarkable eloquence and impressive memory; Seo Bum Jo, a privileged heir who has been given everything in life; and Yoon Yoo Rae, whose extensive knowledge as a fan proves useful in news coverage. These young journalists in their twenties are on a quest for justice while also seeking to discover their own identities. (SBS World YouTube)

Recommendation: My Name similar to The Last Empress
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My Name(마이 네임)

2021South Korea
ActionDouble IdentityHidden IdentityMurderMysteryRevengeThrillerBadass Female LeadCrimeCriminal OrganizationDeathGangNoirTrauma

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Double Identity, Hidden Identity, Murder, Mystery, Revenge, and Thriller themes with a 33% similarity match.

Following the tragic death of her father, Yoon Ji Woo embarks on a quest for vengeance by joining the police force at the behest of Choi Moo Jin, a prominent figure in the drug trade. Tasked with going undercover, she teams up with by-the-book detective Jeon Pil Do, as Drug Investigation Unit leader Cha Gi Ho sets his sights on Choi Moo Jin. Amidst the intricate network of crime and deceit, Choi Moo Jin's loyal follower Jung Tae Joo and vengeful ex-gang member Do Gang Jae further complicate the situation.

Recommendation: Green Rose similar to The Last Empress
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Green Rose(그린 로즈)

2005South Korea
Hidden IdentityRevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerUnrequited LoveDramaMelodramaRags To RichesSecond Chance Romance

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Hidden Identity, Revenge, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Unrequited Love themes with a 33% similarity match.

Lee Jung Hyun is charged with the attempted murder of his girlfriend Oh Soo Ah's father. He flees and becomes a wanted man. Eventually, he comes back under a different identity and looks for vengeance. Oh Soo Ah, the heir to the company "SL Electronic," has been supported throughout the years by Shin Hyun Tae, especially while her father remains in a coma.

Recommendation: Xue Se Can Yang similar to The Last Empress
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Xue Se Can Yang(血色残阳)

2005China
MysteryRevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerFake IdentityInvestigation

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Mystery, Revenge, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

When Mr. Tao was scheduled to come back home following six years of conducting business in Shanghai, the sole individual present was Yi Ping, a woman who identified herself as his fifth concubine. She was on the verge of revealing the secrets related to the historic well situated in the Tao family's estate's backyard.

Recommendation: Golden Cross similar to The Last Empress
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Golden Cross(골든 크로스)

2014South Korea
Double IdentityRevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerDramaMelodrama

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Double Identity, Revenge, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 31% similarity match.

A clandestine group referred to as "Golden Cross" exerts significant influence over the Korean economy and market through its extensive connections and wealth. Prosecutor Kang Do-yoon becomes embroiled in their activities when one of their schemes leads to the murder of his cherished sister, for which his father is subsequently wrongfully accused. Determined to avenge his sister, Do-yoon sets his sights on Seo Dong-ha, the influential figure behind the organization. However, his mission becomes complicated when he discovers that Seo is the father of the woman he loves, his colleague Seo Yi-re. Yi-re is an honorable prosecutor dedicated to justice; she has always held her father in high regard, and her world is upended when she uncovers his sinister side. At the same time, Seo mentors businessman Michael Jang, whose insatiable ambition soon drives him to compete with Seo for supremacy. This sets the stage for a confrontation involving power, wealth, and personal conflicts.

Recommendation: Dawn Amidst Hidden Clouds similar to The Last Empress
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Dawn Amidst Hidden Clouds(探晴安)

2024China
ActionCharacter DevelopmentMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerAdventureCorruptionEnemies To LoversHistoricalInvestigationWeb Series

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Character Development, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

Lan Che, known for her sharp instincts on the streets, finds herself caught up in a criminal investigation that leads her to cross paths with Lou Ming Ye, the Chief Justice of the Dali Temple

Recommendation: The Dance of the Storm similar to The Last Empress
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The Dance of the Storm(风暴舞)

2021China
ActionMysteryRevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerCyber SecurityDramaFirst LoveInvestigationLove Hate RelationshipWrongfully Accused

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Revenge, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 30% similarity match.

In a series of tasks, a man uncovers disturbing ties between the people he works for and dangerous organizations. With the assistance of his romantic partner, they gather clues to reveal the truth. Li Jun Jie had a happy childhood under the care of his scientist parents until they tragically passed away when he was twelve. After their deaths, rumors circulated that his father had betrayed the country, leading to Li Jun Jie being abandoned by his relatives and sent to an orphanage in Chong Hai. There, he befriends Shi Yun Hao, and together they join a security agency upon the recommendation of Chen Gang. Their lives take a turn for the better when they meet Zhou Zi Xuan, but tragedy strikes when Li Jun Jie's actions lead to Chen Gang's death. Determined to find the true culprit and seek justice, Li Jun Jie embarks on a journey that takes him back to the source of his troubles.

Recommendation: Yu Guan Yin similar to The Last Empress
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Yu Guan Yin(玉观音)

2003China
Hidden IdentityMurderRomanceSuspenseThrillerUnrequited LoveNovel AdaptationCrimeDeathHidden PastKidnappingMartial Arts

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Hidden Identity, Murder, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Unrequited Love themes with a 30% similarity match.

An intricate and perceptive story exploring themes of love, work, and the essence of existence, it follows the complicated romantic relationship between a man and a woman who crossed paths at a Taekwondo gym. As their bond grows stronger, the man starts to uncover her tumultuous history with past partners. She must now confront her past and trust in time to heal the wounds that continue to haunt her.

Recommendation: The Kidnappers similar to The Last Empress
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The Kidnappers(失控)

2019China
ActionMurderMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerDeathDoctor Male LeadDramaHematologyInvestigationKidnappingWeb Series

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Murder, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Upon his release from prison, a enigmatic man wanders through the city that once held fond memories for him, now filled with bitterness. Driven by the desire to lay his daughter to rest and seek revenge on those who ruined his life, he embarks on a dark path. The lives of hematologist Li Xiao Feng, insurance agent Ji Fan, career woman Li Ruo Nan, rebellious daughter Wang Yi Han, and financial elite Liu Ge become intertwined in a kidnapping case that will alter their fates.

Recommendation: Kill My Sins similar to The Last Empress
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Kill My Sins(掌心)

2025China
Hidden IdentityMurderMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerDeathHistoricalHistorical FictionMagistrate Male LeadSchemeSmart Female LeadTang Dynasty

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Hidden Identity, Murder, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

The traveling doctor Ye Ping An, caught up in a mysterious and long-standing case, makes her way to Chang'an. Suspected of using supernatural healing methods, she influences people's thoughts and instills fear, as the ambitious commoner magistrate Yuan Shao Cheng takes advantage of the situation to advance his own power. When a murder occurs in Chang'an, Ye Ping An is implicated, leaving the question of whether she is an innocent victim or a cunning mastermind seeking revenge. The initial step in her complex plan has already been revealed.

Recommendation: Rondo similar to The Last Empress
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Rondo(輪舞曲)

2006Japan
MurderMysteryRevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerBetrayalDetective Male LeadForeigner Female LeadInvestigationLanguage BarrierPhysically Strong Male LeadTrauma

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Murder, Mystery, Revenge, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 29% similarity match.

Starring top actors from Japan and Korea, this large-scale drama follows the story of Nishijima Sho, a Japanese detective whose father was killed in Korea when he was a child. Determined to uncover the truth about his father's death, Sho goes undercover within a major covert organization. Meanwhile, Choi Yuna, a Korean woman, travels to Japan in search of her missing father. Setting up a Korean restaurant with her younger sister, Yuna soon finds herself at the mercy of fate. The two meet in Tokyo and fall in love, but what challenges lie ahead for them? A "rondo" of fate, love, and history is set to unfold.

Recommendation: Serial Homicide similar to The Last Empress
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Serial Homicide(乱码迷局)

2025China
ActionMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathInvestigationSerial KillingsWeb Series

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 28% similarity match.

The tranquil city of Luzhou is disturbed by a string of murders purportedly motivated by a quest for justice. In response, officials establish the 909 Special Task Force, dedicated to diligently peeling back the complexities of this harrowing cycle of revenge killings.

Recommendation: Shadow of Justice (2018) similar to The Last Empress
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Shadow of Justice (2018)(蚀日风暴 蝕日風暴)

2018Hong Kong
ActionMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerInvestigationPolice Department SettingSmart Male LeadWeb Series

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 28% similarity match.

The special episode titled "Decline of an Era" narrates the tale of Ling Feng and Fan Yi, close friends who took a stand against scorpion smuggling. Due to their involvement with criminal elements and a sinister plot, they found themselves heading towards different destinies. Ling Feng, a police officer committed to justice, faced numerous unjust predicaments orchestrated by dark forces. Through persistent investigation, he discovered that the trail ultimately led back to his once trusted comrade, Fan Yi. Produced in collaboration with China.

Recommendation: Cain and Abel similar to The Last Empress
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Cain and Abel(카인과 아벨)

2009South Korea
ActionRevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerAmnesiaBrothers' RelationshipDramaMedical

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Revenge, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 28% similarity match.

Inspired by the biblical narrative of Adam and Eve's first sons, Cain and Abel centers around Cain's envy of his brother Abel. Lee Cho In is an exceptionally talented physician who possesses everything he desires, while his older brother, Seon Woo, harbors resentment toward the admiration Cho In garners. Seon Woo holds his brother responsible for depriving him of all the positive aspects of his life. He accuses Cho In of winning their father's affection, receiving greater acknowledgment as a doctor, and claiming the heart of the woman he loves.

Recommendation: Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka similar to The Last Empress
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Otto yo, Shinde Kurenai ka(夫よ、死んでくれないか)

2025Japan
MurderMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDeathDramaInvestigation

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Murder, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 28% similarity match.

As they entered their late thirties, Komoto Maya, Kagami Riko, and Sakaki Yurika realized they regretted marrying for the sake of happiness. They started to feel the limitations of their careers and questioned the direction of their lives. These three college classmates often went out for drinks together, sharing complaints about their husbands and releasing their pent-up frustrations. One fateful evening, Maya and Riko were summoned to Yurika's home, where she shockingly confessed, "I have killed my husband!" Subsequently, Maya's husband mysteriously disappeared, setting off a chain of events that would alter the destinies of these three women. Thus begins the tale of their vengeance as they strive to reclaim the happiness stolen from them by their marriages.

Recommendation: Age of Legends similar to The Last Empress
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Age of Legends(橙红年代)

2018China
ActionMurderRevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerAmnesiaBromanceCrimeDeathFamily SecretFrenemyFriends To LoversSworn Brothers

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Murder, Revenge, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Liu Zi Guang comes back to his hometown after an 8-year absence, determined to live a righteous life. However, a clash with a troublesome tenant linked to a criminal syndicate leads to chaos, putting Uncle Guo, his mentor, in danger. Detective Hu Rong, known for her fiery personality and appearance, gets involved. Liu Zi Guang's former blood brother, Nie Wan Feng, now heads an international criminal organization, making them strong opponents. As they team up to uncover the group's illegal activities, their friendship deepens, but things get complicated when Hu Rong investigates Liu Zi Guang's enigmatic past and starts developing feelings for him.

Recommendation: Kill It similar to The Last Empress
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Kill It(킬잇)

2019South Korea
ActionHidden IdentityMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerBadass Male LeadCalm Male LeadDramaHidden PastInvestigationOrphan Male LeadSkilled KillerSlight Romance

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Hidden Identity, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Will a former assassin turned vet and a detective manage to find commonality? Kim Soo Hyun is a veterinarian who also operates as a skilled assassin, receiving lucrative offers from various individuals and groups

Recommendation: Ouroboros similar to The Last Empress
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Ouroboros(ウロボロス この愛こそ、正義)

2015Japan
ActionHidden IdentityMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerAmnesiaBromanceCrimeHidden PastInvestigationOrphan Male LeadTraumaYakuza

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Hidden Identity, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Ryuzaki Ikuo and Danno Tatsuya, who grew up as orphans at Mahoroba no Ie, experienced the murder of a staff member during their youth

Recommendation: House of Ninjas similar to The Last Empress
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House of Ninjas(忍びの家 House of Ninjas)

2024Japan
ActionHidden IdentityMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerBrother-Sister RelationshipBrothers' RelationshipClanFamilyHidden PastNinja Male LeadSlight RomanceSword-fight

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Hidden Identity, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Taking place in contemporary Japan, the narrative revolves around the Tawara household, the final remaining group of ninjas. Having strayed from their traditional practices following a previous event, the family is now faced with a monumental challenge - the most significant crisis in Japanese history that has the potential to deeply impact the nation.

Recommendation: MOZU Season 2: Maboroshi no Tsubasa similar to The Last Empress
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MOZU Season 2: Maboroshi no Tsubasa(MOZU Season 2 ~幻の翼)

2014Japan
ActionMurderMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationCrimeDeathDramaEspionageInvestigationMiniseriesSkilled Killer

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Murder, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Revenge can be a risky driving force. Mozu, a professional killer, comes back to Japan posing as a spy from North Korea in order to seek vengeance. Kuraki Naotake, Osugi Ryota, and Akeboshi Misa join forces once more to probe into a political plot aimed at concealing a massacre at a hospital. The connection between the lethal assassin and this case remains a mystery.

Recommendation: L.U.C.A.: The Beginning similar to The Last Empress
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L.U.C.A.: The Beginning(루카: 더 비기닝)

2021South Korea
ActionHidden IdentityMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerAmnesiaCultDetermined Female LeadHidden PastHuman ExperimentationInvestigationManhuntSci-Fi

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Hidden Identity, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Ji Oh, a secretive individual with hidden feelings and an enigmatic ability, finds himself being chased by unidentified individuals as he delves into his past. Gu Reum, a resolute detective whose parents disappeared during her childhood, tirelessly seeks the truth behind their vanishing. The course of her life takes a turn upon encountering Ji Oh.

Recommendation: The Judge from Hell similar to The Last Empress
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The Judge from Hell(지옥에서 온 판사)

2024South Korea
ActionCharacter DevelopmentMurderMysteryRomanceThrillerDeathDemonDemon Female LeadDetective Male LeadFantasyInsensitive Female LeadJudge Female LeadSupernatural

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Character Development, Murder, Mystery, Romance, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Kang Bit Na is a distinguished judge known for her beauty, but she also has a dark side as a demon. Her duty is to eliminate wicked individuals responsible for leading others to their demise without remorse. Once dispatched to Hell, these individuals face their consequences. One fateful day, Kang Bit Na crosses paths with Han Da On, a kind-hearted detective with a sharp mind and keen powers of observation. Despite his friendly demeanor, Han Da On harbors a hidden pain. The encounter between Kang Bit Na and Han Da On sparks a significant transformation in their lives.

Recommendation: Healer similar to The Last Empress
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Healer(힐러)

2014South Korea
ActionDouble IdentityHidden IdentityMysteryRomanceThrillerBadass Male LeadChildish Female LeadCorruptionDeathHardworking Female LeadSassy Female LeadSmart Male LeadTrauma

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Double Identity, Hidden Identity, Mystery, Romance, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Seo Jeong Hu is a unique type of nighttime delivery specialist, referred to as "Healer" by those who hire him. With the right financial incentive and assistance from an exceptionally skilled hacker, he can procure anything for his clients, provided it doesn't involve taking a life. His most recent assignment brings him into contact with the underachieving tabloid journalist Chae Yeong Sin and the accomplished reporter Kim Mun Ho. As he delves deeper, he starts to unravel the enigma of his own intertwined history with both journalists, putting all of them at risk.

Recommendation: Justice in the Dark similar to The Last Empress
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Justice in the Dark(光·渊)

2023China
ActionCharacter DevelopmentMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerAge GapBromanceCensored Adaptation Of Same-sex Original WorkDeath Of A MotherDetective Male LeadHeir Male LeadInvestigationPsychological

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Character Development, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

The plot takes place in a futuristic Xinyuan Civilization Year 253, focusing on the increasing crime rate and its connection to the concept of "zero-degree empathy." When a deliveryman is murdered, it leads to the discovery of a criminal syndicate, with the perpetrator being identified as someone lacking empathy. Police officer Luo Wei Zhao, assigned to the case, realizes that the situation is more complex than it appears. Additionally, wealthy Pei Su becomes entangled in subsequent incidents. This adaptation is based on the novel "Silent Reading" by Priest, with the original series consisting of 30 episodes but being cancelled after 8 episodes. However, it was revived in 2025 by WOWOW, with all 30 episodes set to be aired.

Recommendation: Vengeance of the Bride similar to The Last Empress
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Vengeance of the Bride(태풍의 신부)

2022South Korea
Hidden IdentityRevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerUnrequited LoveChairman-Chairwoman Supporting CharacterDramaMelodramaNice Male LeadProtective Male LeadRighteous Male LeadSmart Female LeadSoap Opera

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Hidden Identity, Revenge, Romance, Suspense, Thriller, and Unrequited Love themes with a 27% similarity match.

Eun Seo Yeon is known for her welcoming and amiable personality. She operates a small business specializing in creating and selling cosmetics online, in addition to her role as a staff member at a makeup salon. In the past, she had a close relationship with Kang Baek San and her parents. However, she discovers that Kang Baek San was involved in a tragic event that affected her family. Motivated by a desire for revenge, she devises a plan to marry Kang Tae Poong, who happens to be Kang Baek San's son.

Recommendation: Past Days of Shanghai similar to The Last Empress
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Past Days of Shanghai(像火花像蝴蝶)

2013China
ActionRomanceSuspenseThrillerCrime

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Recommendation: Undercover 2 similar to The Last Empress
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Undercover 2(卧底2)

2017China
ActionMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigation

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

This follow-up installment details the disruption of the golden triangle pattern, the dramatic reversal orchestrated by powerful drug lords, and the intense struggle of undercover agents Jian Dong Ha and Lu Zhi as they face the threat of their true identities being revealed

Recommendation: Code: M Code Name Mirage similar to The Last Empress
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Code: M Code Name Mirage(CODE:M コードネームミラージュ)

2017Japan
ActionMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigation

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

Japan lacks an official intelligence agency, making it a target for criminal organizations both foreign and domestic. To address this issue, a secretive unit known as K13 was formed within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Operating under the leadership of a skilled agent named Mirage, K13 is tasked with tackling violent crimes and handling sensitive cases that cannot be resolved through conventional means. As discussions arise about establishing a FBI-like agency in Japan to enhance law enforcement capabilities, K13 becomes entangled in a complex conspiracy that threatens to expose its clandestine operations.

Recommendation: Lobbyist similar to The Last Empress
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Lobbyist(로비스트 (说客))

2007South Korea
ActionRomanceSuspenseThrillerDrama

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 27% similarity match.

This drama revolves around a female lobbyist navigating the world of global arms dealers. Kang Tae Hyuk is the heir to a leading arms manufacturing firm in Korea. He is a young entrepreneur with an impeccable appearance and eloquent speech. Possessing a natural talent for lobbying, he is also an expert strategist. His ambition is to dominate the entire Asian market.

Recommendation: Take What to Save You My Love similar to The Last Empress
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Take What to Save You My Love(拿什么拯救你,我的爱人)

2011China
MurderMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerNovel AdaptationDeathHeiress LeadInvestigationLawyer Male Lead

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Murder, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

Talented attorney Han Ding successfully captures the heart of wealthy heiress Luo Jing Jing, only to find himself caught up in a murder investigation linked to her former flame, Long Xiao Yu. Derived with some modifications from the book "Na Shen Me Zheng Jiu Ni, Wo De Ai Ren" by Hai Yan.

Recommendation: Lost in Baimu similar to The Last Empress
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Lost in Baimu(百慕迷踪)

2023China
ActionMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDramaFantasyInvestigationSci-FiWeb Series

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

Engineer Peng Sen's partner, Lin Qi, went missing unexpectedly

Recommendation: Aibo Season 9 similar to The Last Empress
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Aibo Season 9(相棒 season9)

2010Japan
ActionMurderMysterySuspenseThrillerDeathInvestigationPolice Department SettingPolice Inspector Male LeadStalking

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Murder, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

Kanbe Takeru decides to stay in the Special Missions Division, while still keeping a certain distance from his superior, Sugishita Ukyo. One day, the lifeless body of the well-known female author, Mizumoto Shoko, is discovered in her residence. The crime scene suggests a high likelihood of murder driven by a grudge, with a potential male stalker coming into the picture. However, Ukyo shifts his focus to a missing section of a document package related to Shoko's new book project. It is revealed that Shoko was exploring a novel with an environmental theme, a departure from her usual writing style. Ukyo and Kanbe attempt to gather information from employees at a trading company that Shoko had been in contact with.

Recommendation: Tantei no Tantei similar to The Last Empress
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Tantei no Tantei(探偵の探偵)

2015Japan
ActionMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerDetective Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadIllnessInvestigationMental Illness

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

An exciting, fast-paced detective mystery featuring the intelligent and stylish investigator, Sasaki Rena. She is the only detective employed by the medium-sized Suma Research Agency. Driven by the tragic loss of her sister at the hands of a stalker, Rena is determined to uncover and bring to justice corrupt detectives. Seeking vengeance for her sister's death, she relentlessly pursues the investigator responsible.

Recommendation: Tracer Season 2 similar to The Last Empress
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Tracer Season 2(트레이서 시즌 2)

2022South Korea
ActionMysteryRevengeSuspenseThrillerConfident Male LeadCorruptionDramaInvestigationMiniseries

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Revenge, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 26% similarity match.

Dong Joo is still on the path to uncover the truth about his father's death. Tae Joon is now leading the NTS with great ambition. Dong Joo discovers a connection between Tae Joon and his father's demise and strives to gather more proof. Meanwhile, Bureau Five remains focused on cracking down on tax evasion, secret funds, and corrupt dealings among high-ranking government figures. Will Dong Joo and his team be able to successfully complete their mission?

Recommendation: The Lost Temple similar to The Last Empress
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The Lost Temple(失踪的上清寺)

2010China
ActionMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigationTreasure Hunting

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Recommendation: Game of Hunting similar to The Last Empress
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Game of Hunting(猎场)

2017China
ActionMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerBetrayalBusiness IndustryEmotionally Strong Male LeadInvestigationMelodramaSlow Burn Romance

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Zheng Qiu Dong is known for his unwavering determination in chasing his dreams. Despite facing setbacks in business, intentional economic obstacles from rivals, and unsuccessful relationships, he manages to rise to the top of the financial industry, symbolically referred to as the "hunting ground". Available in two versions: 52 episodes on DVD or 58 episodes on TV.

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Infernal Affairs Season 3(無間道3)

2017China
ActionMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimeInvestigation

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No Way for Stumer(伪钞者之末路)

2019China
ActionMysterySuspenseThrillerCrimeInvestigation

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Diverging from the typical law enforcement storyline, a Chinese television series showcases a group of investigators who are willing to make significant sacrifices in order to combat the circulation of fake currency. When a new type of undetectable counterfeit bills emerges, police captain Qi Tian takes charge of the investigation with the help of his colleagues Xiang Bei and Wei Xian Yu. Caught in the midst of the operation is Xiang Bei's brother-in-law Tang Song, who succumbs to the allure of quick riches and becomes involved in the production of fake money. As it becomes evident that there are multiple sources of counterfeit currency, a specialized task force is assembled to apprehend all those responsible.

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Brave Wuju(勇者无惧)

2022China
ActionMysterySuspenseThrillerDramaInvestigation

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To uncover the truth behind his former colleague's death, border police officer Wu Ju embarks on a dangerous mission as an undercover agent in a high-stakes anti-drug operation. Wu Ju teams up with Qi Tian, the son of a notorious drug lord, to seek vengeance for his fallen comrade. Together, they evade a relentless pursuer and discover that a mysterious figure known as "Doctor" is the true mastermind behind the criminal network. As Wu Ju infiltrates "Doctor's" inner circle, he must outwit both ruthless drug traffickers and unsuspecting police detective An Ning. Through bravery and cunning, Wu Ju confronts formidable adversaries and faces personal challenges until he can ultimately dismantle the drug cartel.

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The Fevengers(女人的反攻)

2024China
RevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Orphaned heiress Wen Ruo Yun believed her marriage to artist Gu Yan Cheng was perfect, but after a kidnapping, she uncovers a sinister conspiracy. Gu Yan Cheng was not only unfaithful but also involved in a deadly scam. Joining forces with another betrayed woman, Lin Jia Yi, Wen Ruo Yun seeks revenge against Gu Yan Cheng with other victims.

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Who Kill Us(鮮花的罪茗)

2025China
RevengeRomanceSuspenseThrillerShort Length SeriesWeb Series

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Split Second(爭分奪秒)

2004Hong Kong
ActionRomanceSuspenseThrillerCrimeDrama

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Into Thin Air(人間蒸發 / 人间蒸发)

2005Hong Kong
MysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDramaInvestigation

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Michael Miu, portraying the character Ko Chung Ching, left his position as a police officer to establish a private detective agency following the disappearance of his son, Tsun Sing. This happened while Miu was investigating the "Rose Killer" case. His team consists of Power Chan as Man Kai Ching Super, Bernice Liu as Man Tai Po, and Vivien Yeo as Lam Yan Yan. Kenneth Ma plays a police officer who becomes involved in the "Rose Killer" investigation alongside Miu. Ching continues the search for his son, meeting Melissa Ng's character Lai Siu, who manages a group of part-time actors. Lai Siu discovers her connection to Sing's disappearance and agrees to assist in locating him out of feelings of guilt.

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Misleading Track(叠影危情)

2005Hong Kong
MurderMysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDeathDramaInvestigationLawLawyer Male LeadWrongfully Accused

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Murder, Mystery, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Yan Ting was wrongly accused of killing her husband Yuen Man San in Taiwan, leading to her imprisonment for five years. With her family in Hong Kong turning their backs on her, Yan Ting's son was taken care of by her close friend Wun Suk Lan. Due to her good behavior in prison, she was released early and returned to Hong Kong. There, she meets a compassionate lawyer named Lo Lei Ho and starts working at his law firm. Along with searching for her son, Yan Ting is also trying to mend her broken relationship with her family. Meanwhile, she believes she sees Man San in the bustling streets of Hong Kong, leading her to question his death. Man San, now married to Chiang Nga Yi, is attempting to gain approval from her father. Unexpectedly, Suk Lan returns to Hong Kong from America claiming to be Man San's wife as well. As more surprising events unfold, the true identity of Man San is revealed to the other characters, leading to a series of deaths in order to protect his secret.

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Greed Mask(謎情家族)

2006Hong Kong
MysteryRomanceSuspenseThrillerDramaInvestigation

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Ko Fung is the heir to a successful cosmetics company, where his girlfriend Lok Pui Pui serves as the brand ambassador. During a promotional event for their new makeup line, Pui Pui shocked everyone by appearing in a red traditional dress instead of the planned wedding gown, before suddenly collapsing. Rumors spread that she may have been targeted by the vengeful spirit of a deceased celebrity, known for inspiring copycat suicides. Si To San, a company employee, was later invited to dinner at Ko Fung's home by his father, who claimed to be close friends with Si To San's uncle. Tragically, Ko Fung's father was discovered dead in his study weeks later. With numerous suspects in the mix, it is now up to Ko Fung, Si To San, and Zhou Yee Tong to solve the mystery, unless one of them is the culprit themselves.

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Sergeant Tabloid(女警愛作戰)

2013Hong Kong
ActionHidden IdentityRomanceSuspenseThrillerComedyCrimePolice Inspector Female LeadPolice Officer Male LeadPolice Sergeant Female LeadReporter Male Lead

Like The Last Empress, this drama also features Action, Hidden Identity, Romance, Suspense, and Thriller themes with a 25% similarity match.

Senior female sergeant Lui Fei Hap, a veteran in the Emergency Unit, is in her thirties and has experienced various challenges in her romantic relationships. After meeting a seemingly perfect man, she embarks on a mission to win his heart, only to later discover that he is actually a drug lord. Their relationship becomes public knowledge thanks to tabloid reporter Lam Yat Yat, whom Fei Hap despises. Despite this setback, she finds love with her junior colleague Wong Chi Chyun. However, Yat Yat attempts to sabotage their relationship. Fei Hap's world is further shaken when she learns that her father, Lui Chan Nam, conspired with Yat Yat to separate her from Chyun, and her relationship with her female superior Szeto Giu is also strained. Facing challenges in both her personal and professional life, Fei Hap must fight back and stand up for her love until the very end.

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In the Storm(黑金風暴)

2022Hong Kong
ActionMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigationWeb Series

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In Hong Kong, Senior Inspector Wai Jing Sheng and ICAC Senior Investigation Director Ho Wai Lin join forces to uncover corruption among prominent members of society. Despite not being close allies, they must work together using their intellect to uncover the truth before time runs out. As the situation escalates, Jing Sheng finds himself falsely accused of a crime and must evade killers who are pursuing him.

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Anonymous Signal(奪命提示)

2025Hong Kong
ActionMysterySuspenseThrillerInvestigationSci-Fi

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Kwok Pak Fei, Keung Hei Man, and Lau Lik, who were once close friends, come together again many years following a failed mission that resulted in a heartbreaking loss and their separation. Their reunion is prompted by a brutal murder case linked to an illegal trafficking network, compelling them to collaborate once more. During their investigation, enigmatic messages surface containing clues about the crimes, suggesting knowledge of events yet to come. The trio decides to establish a specialized task force, ASIB, in order to decrypt these messages and unravel the perplexing case.

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Call of Destiny(異空感應)

2024Hong Kong
ActionRomanceSuspenseThrillerCriminal Psychologist Male LeadEthics

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Crime profiler Fong Yat Chun receives an unusual distress call from a mysterious caller claiming to be from the future, warning of impending brutal murders. Teaming up with female detective Ying Ho Lam and forensics assistant Chong Ding Kan, they try to prevent the crimes from happening. Despite their efforts, the perpetrator manages to commit the crime. Yat Chun eventually uncovers the true identity of the caller and learns that Ho Lam is in danger. With the clock ticking, Yat Chun races against time to track down the perpetrator and change the future.